Samuel Merritt University · 5 hours ago
Director of Enterprise Risk Management
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$142K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expSamuel Merritt University is seeking a Director of Enterprise Risk Management to oversee the plans and programs that protect lives and property while ensuring a safe learning environment. The role involves providing executive-level leadership in areas such as risk management, emergency management, and security, while collaborating with various stakeholders to implement effective safety measures and risk controls.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise and consultation related to insurance and risk management services
Manage the certificate of insurance request process to facilitate third-party receipt of the university’s evidence of insurance and receipt of incoming certificates of insurance
Verify compliance with insurance requirements in University contracts and agreements, ensuring appropriate coverage and limits, additional insured language, and effective dates
Assist with follow-up on recommendations made by insurance carriers or brokers to prevent or minimize losses
Support the administration of insurance policies that require ongoing management; examples may include processing registrations, tracking exposure data, or reporting of information
Coordinates the development and delivery of risk, safety, and insurance programs and services for all leased or owned University properties
Conduct claims evaluations, and accident inquiries, and evaluate risk management claims information to identify significant hazards and loss trends; identify and recommend preventative measures and corrective actions
Administers the University’s workers’ compensation program and insurance. Investigates and analyze work-related accidents and injuries
Works closely with selected brokers, insurance carriers, and employees to monitor and resolve claims
Coordinates with the Office of People and Culture to obtain required records and manage employee return to work
Identify potential areas of risk and recommend and implement preventive measures
Chair to the Crisis Response Team (CRT). Leads the CRT to develop, implement and assess an effective Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and effective teamwork among the members of the CRT
Conducts, supervises, and evaluates campus emergency response drills, and implementation of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within the CRT
Collaborates with the President and other senior leadership to create a climate of safety and security throughout the University
Develops, monitors, and evaluates a comprehensive EOP to be administered University-wide to ensure appropriate emergency preparedness and response from all students, faculty, and staff
Develops, implements, administers, and assesses life safety, fire control, and disaster preparedness programs, systems, and procedures
Responsible for implementing all necessary safety training for students, faculty, and staff in a wide range of situations at every campus location. Ensures all University locations have the necessary safety equipment and supplies
Leads University-wide contingency planning and business continuity efforts
Collaborates with administrators, faculty, and staff to annually review, test, and update continuity plans to maintain functional operation during or following disruptive events, as well as provide updates to the University Business Continuity Summary Plan
As necessary, provide training on the continuity software and provide tabletop or other exercises to test plan readiness by unit and/or department
Additionally, designs, builds, and implements standard risk assessments, business impact analysis, and other business continuity tools and capabilities
Maintains effective, collaborative, and proactive relationships with local, state and federal emergency response agencies, as well as other college and university emergency management departments
Develop, monitor, and evaluate the University-wide security program utilizing contracted security services to ensure the protection of SMU assets, staff, faculty, students, and visitors
Develops, enforces, and reviews University security policies and procedures and ensures the staff, students, and faculty are informed of said policies and procedures
Oversees and implements the University’s access control and camera systems
Annually prepares and submits The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act
Maintains effective, collaborative, and proactive relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as other college and university security and law enforcement departments
In coordination with contracted EH&S vendor, develops, maintains, and communicates health and safety policies and procedures
Work collaboratively with the Office of People and Culture and other departments to ensure the effective implementation of health and safety programs
Perform periodic inspections of workplace facilities to detect fire and life safety hazards and conditions. Make recommendations for corrective measures
Perform job safety analysis and recommend safety equipment, and safe work procedures, and communicate with departments to achieve safety excellence
Conduct investigations into employee inquiries, suggestions, and complaints regarding workplace health and safety issues
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local fire, safety, environmental, and health regulations and procedures
Stay informed of developments in relevant fields, including legislative trends
Maintain records, as needed, for University compliance with safety and environmental laws
Serves as campus liaison with city, state, and federal regulators, including inspectors, engineers, source control, and enforcement personnel
Ensure general facility compliance with all local, state, federal and general requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
7+ years of progressive experience in Risk Management, Safety and Security field
2+ years of directing and implementing security and safety policies and procedures on campus
Demonstrated ability to manage the work activities of campus security and patrol units
Must possess a valid CDL or ID
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of CA Building Codes and Fire Life Safety Codes
Demonstrates flexibility and good judgment when adjusting to changing job demands
Skills in developing strong community relations as well as building bridges between the campus community and the surrounding community
Ability to work effectively with the culture of the University, with sensitivity to issues of diversity
Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond under pressure
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, combined with strong leadership and organizational skills which will enable him/her to work effectively with all encountered individuals, groups or organizations
Courteous and professional manner at all times
Ability to organize and prioritize workload
Company
Samuel Merritt University
Samuel Merritt University delivers a high-quality health sciences education with a focus on compassion and community engagement.
201-500 employees
Funding
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Sharon Diaz
President and CEO
Dave Lawlor
Executive Vice President & Treasurer / COO & CFO
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